Meditating outside...?

[Gordo]

OK, weather was really sunny here today and I was sitting out in the garden this afternoon. I decided to give one of my meditation/mindfulness audio tracks a try.

I was sitting quite comfortably, there was a bit of wind, the trees were blowing around a bit and I could hear the traffic from the main road, but I felt I really got into it. Again my mind wandered a bit and I alternated between having my eyes open and closed, but I felt at times I was able to suspend all thoughts, just relax and take in the present moment.

[FeeHutch]

That sounds lovely :-)

I have tried a few times, especially when trying a sound based meditation.
I find just being for even a few moments outside very grounding.

[Gareth]

Outside is one of my favourite places to meditate..........

[Gordo]

I think the fresh air, gentle breeze, warm sunshine and the fact I was wearing shorts and a t-shirt made it much more relaxing and enjoyable. :)

[larorra]

Hi, i am pretty new to meditating, its helped me cope with stress, and i tried meditating while walking to work today for first time. Mind wandered a bit but i kept going back to the breaths. As i walk Lot will keep practicing!

[rara]

Yes, it's brilliant...always makes me feel more at one with nature. Check this video out...I want to find more spots away from humans where I can do this :)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4AuQzQEoqqo

[larorra]

I usually listen to my mp3 while walking to work, (takes me 30 minutes. Yesterday i decided why not try practising mindfulness? I have been finding it hard to find the time at home so gave it à go yesterday and it worked well. Today was even better and i think this Is going to work well for me. Yesterday was à cool , dry Morning and i felt the crisp autumn leaves as i walked, today was drizzly and the contrast, soggy leaves underfoot but not unpleasant, being mindful one Is much more aware of everything around them, smells, Sounds, just observing.....